1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate (Chlorobutanol Hemihydrate) PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

PurCert Standard


Linear Formula:  C4H7Cl31/2H2O
Molecular Weight:  372.93
CAS Number: 6001-64-5

Properties

Assay Purity >= 99.5 %
B pt. 173-175 °C
M pt. 76-80 °C
Density 0.788±0.06 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302
Precautionary Statement  P264 - P270 - P301 + P312 - P501
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29055900
Storage Temp. Room temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
It is commonly used as a preservative in pharmaceutical preparations especially in ophthalmic and injectable solutions and also as a mild local anesthetic and sedative.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to inhibit microbial growth in formulations thereby enhancing product stability and safety while also providing mild anesthetic effects.

General Description
111-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate (Chlorobutanol) is a white crystalline compound with a mild camphor-like odor and is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in alcohol.